Diane Marie DuFau, age 73, of Marseilles, passed away Saturday, August 27, 2022.
A private celebration of her life will be held. Gladfelter-Roetker Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.
Diane was born November 8, 1948 in Aurora, Illinois, a daughter of Walter Joseph and Shirley Anne (Ream) Genslinger. She is survived by her daughters, Susanne (David) Reitsma of Marseilles and Renee (Jerry) Moritz of Streator; her grandchildren, Tyler Bottomley, Dawson Hurr, Shealee Moritz, Zachary Moritz, Jaelyn Moritz, Alyssa (Ryan) Reitsma and Kevin (Jessica) Reitsma; and great-grandson Jacob Doll. Diane also leaves her sister, Pam Lein of Newark, IL; nieces, Bridget (Tim) Peterson and Shelly Perry; and her life-long friend Carolyn (Hans) Andrews. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Diane was of the Catholic faith. She was a devoted single mother who was always fun to be with. She had a great work ethic and business sense working many different secretarial positions throughout her life, even up until recently, when her health would not permit. She always maintained a positive attitude with a smile on her face. Her family was all important to her. Diane LOVED to travel and leisure time would find her playing Bingo, dancing, bowling sewing and knitting.
Memorials may be directed to help someone in need in a nursing home. To share a memory or sign the online guestbook, please visit www.gladfelter-roetker.com or Gladfelter-Roetker Funeral Home on Facebook.
Diane has been laid to rest in the Shrine of Rest, Sanctuary of Seasons at Oakwood Memorial Park.